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Charles Leclerc expressed optimism
that Ferrari''s prospects were on the up after finishing second
at the Austrian Grand Prix on Sunday, saying the changes the
Italian team has made to the race car had improved performance.
"We made the most of what we have on Friday (in practice) and
today," said Leclerc who came second to Formula One world
champion and standings leader Max Verstappen.
"I'm happy about making the podium.
"The upgrades to the car make me feel more at ease.
"The team did an exceptional job to bring forward the upgrades.
"Naturally, we still have work to do but I'm happy about the
podium".
The 25-year-old said he is already setting his sights on the
next race, the British Grand Prix at Silverstone.
"Silverstone and Austria are two tracks that can give us good
results," he said.
"Let's hope we can take advantage of the upgrades to the car and
we'll be sure to have fun".
The other Ferrari driven by Carlos Sainz's came fourth.
Verstappen's Red Bull team mate Sergio Perez came third to
complete the podium.
Leclerc is sixth in the drivers' standings with 72 points, two
behind Sainz in fifth.
Verstappen leads with 229 points.
Ferrari are fourth in the constructors' standings with 158
points, while leaders Red Bull have 377.
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